Best Public Schools in Centralia, WA


Summary:

The city of Centralia, Washington is home to 8 schools, including 5 elementary schools, 1 middle school, 2 high schools, and no alternative schools. The schools in this district serve a student population that faces significant economic challenges, with high rates of free and reduced-price lunch recipients across the district.

Among the Centralia schools, Washington Elementary School and Edison Elementary School stand out as the top performers, ranking among the highest in the state for their academic proficiency in English Language Arts, Math, and Science. These schools also spend more per student and maintain lower student-teacher ratios compared to the district average. In contrast, Centralia High School and Centralia Middle School struggle, with lower proficiency rates and higher dropout rates than the state average.

The stark differences in performance among the Centralia schools suggest that the quality of education may vary greatly within the Centralia School District. This disparity, coupled with the high rates of economic disadvantage among the student population, raises concerns about equity and access to quality education for all students in the district. Addressing these underlying factors will be crucial in improving educational outcomes and ensuring that every student in Centralia has the opportunity to succeed.








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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau, the Washington State Department of Health and the Washington Office of Superindentent of Public Instruction.

IMPORTANT DISCLAIMERS: Not all boundaries are included. We make every effort to ensure that boundaries are up-to-date. But it's important to note that these are approximations and are for general informational purposes only. To verify legal descriptions of boundaries or school locations, contact your local tax assessor's office and/or school district.





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